Month: August 2015

An upward trend in U.S food recalls during the past decade and a recent spike in recalls due to hidden allergens underscore the importance of global food supply chain management and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

The complex global food supply chain, involving the sourcing of multiple ingredients from numerous suppliers, is often linked to a higher risk of recalls due to microbial or chemical hazards. To combat the upward trend in recalls and improve the safety of imports, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to implement several key regulations of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) this year to bolster preventive controls and supplier verification. Continue Reading